Octobre Éditions and Schott NYC Revive the Iconic CWU Bomber

Summary

• Octobre Éditions has collaborated with Schott NYC to reissue the historic CWU bomber jacket, originally designed for 1950s U.S. Air Force pilots, blending military heritage with modern Parisian refinement
• The reissue features a sustainable update with recycled nylon in an exclusive navy colorway, maintaining the iconic emergency orange lining while adding custom Octobre hardware and a signature patch

Octobre Éditions has partnered with the legendary Schott NYC to reissue the CWU bomber, a silhouette rooted in 1950s US Air Force history. Originally engineered to withstand the rigorous conditions of military cockpits, the jacket has evolved into a cross-generational staple of urban style. This collaboration honors the original DNA of the piece while introducing a modern perspective through Octobre’s signature lens.

The updated bomber features a sharp silhouette crafted from durable nylon, now updated in a recycled version to reflect contemporary responsibility. Available exclusively in a navy colorway, the jacket retains its iconic emergency orange lining. Octobre’s influence is felt in the precise, subtle details: a custom patch, refined hardware, and a discreet signature that elevates the rugged military classic into a polished wardrobe essential.

“At Octobre, we believe in timeless pieces,” says Arthur Person, the brand’s director. “Pieces that last and never go out of style. The Schott CWU is one of them. Octobre’s role wasn’t to change it — only to bring a fresh perspective and to shape a new chapter in its story.”

This limited edition release is available now on the Octobre Éditions website and in select global boutiques.